Rugs Hooking
Rugs hooking is not the same as latch hooking(they are usually being mistaken for one another). A crochet-like hand hook is used in rug hooking to hook threads and strips of fabric through a heavy piece of base fabric. This is a lovely craft that creates really wonderful and attractive works.
Rugs hooking has not been originated in the USA, but it has widely developed in that country.
The origin of this interesting craft is a bit of a mystery. Some people think that rugs hooking started in Egypt(about 1,800 years ago) while the others believe it all started in China. Still many others suppose this method for making rugs began in America, close to New England.
The origin remains a mystery, but it is known for sure that this craft is very, very old.
At the begining of the century rugs were hooked out because of practical necessity. Very cold winters in New England and Canada lead to rugs being used as a protection from bad weather conditions, they kept the floors and the walls warmer.
They were an excellent method to warm the home and add some beauty to it. It is much later that people started to sell these rugs.
Nowadays rugs hooking is mostly a hobby for many people. Rugs hooking is considered highly artistic and creative. Works of that craft can be found in art galleries and museums all over the U.S. To learn how to hook rugs yourself, you can visit a hooking website.